With a bang

phrase

Doing something in a very exciting or noticeable way; beginning or ending something impressively.

The band ended the concert with a bang.
Visual representation of "with a bang" - Doing something in a very exciting or noticeable way; beginning or ending something impressively

Often appears as...

  • end with a bang
  • begin with a bang

Usage tips

Idiomatic

phrase

A loud noise caused as a result of a powerful impact or explosion.

The door slammed shut with a bang.
Visual representation of "with a bang" - A loud noise caused as a result of a powerful impact or explosion

Often appears as...

  • door closed with a bang
  • gun went off with a bang
phrase

Doing something in a very exciting or noticeable way; beginning or ending something impressively.

The band ended the concert with a bang.
Visual representation of "with a bang" - Doing something in a very exciting or noticeable way; beginning or ending something impressively

Often appears as...

  • end with a bang
  • begin with a bang

Usage tips

Idiomatic

phrase

A loud noise caused as a result of a powerful impact or explosion.

The door slammed shut with a bang.
Visual representation of "with a bang" - A loud noise caused as a result of a powerful impact or explosion

Often appears as...

  • door closed with a bang
  • gun went off with a bang
Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "with a bang"
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Emphasize Impact

Use to highlight a strong impression or memorable outcome.

Illustration for Emphasize Impact
She ended her speech with a bang, leaving everyone inspired.
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Figurative Use

Often used metaphorically to mean a big success.

Illustration for Figurative Use
Our school's theater production started with a bang, selling out all tickets.
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Informal Settings

Best suited for casual or dramatic contexts, not formal ones.

Illustration for Informal Settings
The surprise party went off with a bang, everyone loved it.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Emphasize Impact

Use to highlight a strong impression or memorable outcome.

Illustration for Emphasize Impact
She ended her speech with a bang, leaving everyone inspired.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Figurative Use

Often used metaphorically to mean a big success.

Illustration for Figurative Use
Our school's theater production started with a bang, selling out all tickets.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Informal Settings

Best suited for casual or dramatic contexts, not formal ones.

Illustration for Informal Settings
The surprise party went off with a bang, everyone loved it.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Emphasize Impact

Use to highlight a strong impression or memorable outcome.

Illustration for Emphasize Impact
She ended her speech with a bang, leaving everyone inspired.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Figurative Use

Often used metaphorically to mean a big success.

Illustration for Figurative Use
Our school's theater production started with a bang, selling out all tickets.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Informal Settings

Best suited for casual or dramatic contexts, not formal ones.

Illustration for Informal Settings
The surprise party went off with a bang, everyone loved it.
Visual representation of the word "With a bang"

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